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By: U.S. Department of Agriculture Who hasn't daydreamed at one time or another about selling produce at a farmer's market, keeping chickens, or planting an orchard of fruit trees? Inside every do-it-yourselfer is a longing for a more independent lifestyle and the satisfaction that...

By: D. D. Gillette and M. C. Hayden The purpose of this report is to provide a preliminary inventory of the paleontological resources within the newly created Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument for two principal reasons. First, in establishing the monument, President Clinton proclaimed the...

By: J. D. Keith, R. D. Dallmeyer, C. S. Kim, and B. J. Kowallis This report documents several new findings concerning the geology and mineral potential of the central East Tintic Mountains, Utah. It documents the occurrence of previously unrecognized Eocene-Oligocene volcanic and intrusive...

From the creators of the award-winning An Egg Is Quiet, A Seed Is Sleepy, A Butterfly Is Patient, and A Nest Is Noisy comes this gorgeous and informative introduction to the fascinating world of rocks. From dazzling blue Lapis Lazuli to volcanic Snowflake Obsidian, an incredible variety of rocks...

By: G. Bemis The purpose of this guide is to provide educators in the Salt Lake Valley with a tool to enhance the teachings of 8th grade earth science. Teachers with a minimal earth science background can use this guide to easily identity local...

By: C. Eisinger The Cedar Valley drainage basin encompasses more than 580 square miles (1,502 km2) in southwestern Utah. Located in the transition zone between the Basin and Range and Colorado Plateau physiographic provinces, the drainage basin includes Cedar Valley, the Hurricane Cliffs, and...

By: C. Eisinger and M. Lowe In Grand County, ground water has been withdrawn primarily from two types of aquifers: fractured rock and unconsolidated deposits. Some of the better water-yielding rock units are grouped together into nine aquifers, including: the Lower Paleozoic aquifer, the...

“A triumph. Fedarko doesn’t describe awe; he induces it.” —The New York Times Book Review * “Passionate…memorable…life-affirming.” —The Wall Street JournalFrom the author of the beloved bestseller The Emerald Mile, a rollicking and poignant account of an epic 750-mile odyssey, on foot, through the heart of...

Activity book featuring MAZES set in National Parks of the American West. "Mom and Dad, this nifty soft-bound book will keep the kids occupied as you road trip out west. Packed with fun facts about 45 of our western national parks and monuments and...

AAPG Highway Map--Utah geologic cross section

The distinctive characteristic of a topographic map is that the shape of the Earth's surface is shown by contour lines. Contours are imaginary lines that join points of equal elevation on the surface of the land above or below a reference surface, such as...

Ordinary history books often fail to address the obscure or the unexplained, leaving questions buried in annals of yesteryear. Where were Utah's mythical monsters, including Bigfoot, spotted? How did 'Schoolmarm's Bloomers' become a state symbol? What created the Lagoon Amusement Park's 'dark side'? Why...

The distinctive characteristic of a topographic map is that the shape of the Earth's surface is shown by contour lines. Contours are imaginary lines that join points of equal elevation on the surface of the land above or below a reference surface, such as...

This 1:100,000 scale topographic map, also known as a 30x60 minute topographic, covers 30 miles by 60 miles. The contours and elevations on this scale map are shown in meters. The distinctive characteristic of a topographic map is that the shape of the Earth's...

National Geographic's Trails Illustrated map of Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness East delivers unmatched detail and valuable information to assist you in your exploration of this breathtaking wilderness. The area's unique terrain, with snowcapped peaks, glaciers, alpine lakes and plateaus is the map's core feature, with detailed...

National Geographic's Trails Illustrated map of Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness West will engage experienced and novice outdoor enthusiasts alike. Located just north of Yellowstone National Park, Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness is known for it high peaks and alpine plateaus. . Expertly researched and created in cooperation with the...

National Geographic's Trails Illustrated map of Acadia National Park is designed to meet the needs of all visitors who wish to explore the islands and bodies of water of this national park. Expertly researched and created in partnership with the National Park Service and...

By: W. F. Case The purpose of the map is to show the regional distribution of acid neutralizing capacity (ANC) classes to indicate areas where geologic materials will not buffer acidic deposition. The ANC classes target surface-water sampling programs. The map was derived from...

The distinctive characteristic of a topographic map is that the shape of the Earth's surface is shown by contour lines. Contours are imaginary lines that join points of equal elevation on the surface of the land above or below a reference surface, such as...

The distinctive characteristic of a topographic map is that the shape of the Earth's surface is shown by contour lines. Contours are imaginary lines that join points of equal elevation on the surface of the land above or below a reference surface, such as...